Improving Reading Comprehension of Novels in Class 1x SMPN 1 Pringsewu using Metacognitive Strategies and Reading Retention Techniques

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to describe the learning process of novel reading comprehension skills, describe the improvement of novel reading comprehension skills, describe changes in student behavior, and describe students' responses to novel reading comprehension learning using metacognitive strategies and reading retention techniques. The action process in Cycle I and Cycle II includes planning, action, observation, and reflection. The instruments used are test and non-test instruments. Data analysis techniques in this study used quantitative and qualitative techniques. The results of the research on reading comprehension skills of students of class IX B SMP Negeri 1 Pringsewu experienced an increase. Cycle I reached 66.8 and cycle II to 77 increased by 10.2 or 13.24%.